😲 Direct to film (DTF) Hack With the Inkjet Printer - Sublimation on Cotton

If you're looking to create high-quality designs on cotton shirts and other fabrics, you need to know about Direct to Film (DTF) printing. DTF printing is a technology that allows for printing on cotton, using an inkjet printer.

In this video, we'll dive deep into DTF transfers, sublimation on cotton, and how to make DTF transfers using an inkjet printer. We'll start by discussing what DTF is and how it differs from traditional sublimation. DTF transfers involve printing an image onto a special film that is then transferred onto the garment using a heat press. Unlike traditional sublimation, DTF transfers allow for printing on cotton and other fabrics that can't withstand the high heat required for sublimation.

We'll also demonstrate how to make DTF transfers using an inkjet printer and DTF powder for sublimation. With this DTF sublimation hack, you'll be able to create high-quality transfers on cotton shirts and other fabric items.

Additionally, we'll compare DTF printing to traditional sublimation and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each method. We'll also answer the question: can you use an inkjet printer for DTF printing?

In conclusion, this video is a must-watch for anyone interested in trying out DTF printing or sublimation on cotton. We'll provide you with all the necessary information, materials, and step-by-step instructions to achieve the best results. Don't miss out on this exciting DTF hack with an inkjet printer!

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00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Can you use dtf film with inkjet printer
00:55 - Supplies needed
04:29 - Designs used
07:42 - Using DTF powder
09:16 - Preparing the Tshirt
10:40 - Pressing the DTF hot melt powder
11:15 - Result
14:34 - Wash test results
16:48 - Roundup

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[joshdavis]

To get the colors to stay, you have to do a "set" press. After you peel the film, you will take your parchment or whatever you used between the press and the film, and "set" the color. Just press it for an additional 20 seconds. It causes the inks to penatrate deeper into the fibers.

[GuitarGrandma]

Changing your printer settings from 300dpi to the maximum resolution that your printer can produce will help the colors be more vibrant, for example, I have a cannon pixima ts3500 series inkjet printer and when I create my custom guitar decals and stickers, I change the printer settings from 300dpi to 1200dpi, which deposits more ink onto the dtf film I use

[sss]

omg I LOVE YOU! I've had this stuff sitting around for over a year and for some reason, never used it. It's amazing! My very first attempt and the colors are vivid and totally covered. I wish I could show you a picture of just how perfect it turned out on a cotton fat quarter for a tester.

[pamelamercer]

This was so cool. I was shopping for Reveal Paper and caught your video. I shared this with several friends. Thanks a trillion this was useful. I just started using DTF without the vest results. You've inspired me. Again thanks a trillion

[carlyndykes]

OMG!!! Thank you so much because I really don't want to keep sending my images to an DTF order service for my projects. That would be more I would have to charge. I'm just starting out & I love this hack. I gotta get the powder. So awesome.

[debbiegarcia]

I want to express my gratitude for this incredibly helpful video! Thank you so much! While I won't be using my regular printer for designing due to potential issues after washing, it's still valuable to understand the process. This video has provided me with that knowledge, and I'm relieved I didn't have to conduct the experiment myself.

[pica]

Omg I'm so shook! I've been wanting to do more complicated shirt t-designs. But I didn't want to invest in sublimation. I have to try this!

[l.e.h.]

I tried your hack and I’m so happy it worked. Thanks for sharing this

[themanyartsoflife]

Great hack!! Although I don't know a whole lot about the shirts, only designing them, I have to agree with adjusting you printer settings and allowing the shirt to sit for 24-48 hours. I also thought about the adjustments when printing if you were to first import it into procreate and adjust P3 display and your best printing options between RGB & CMYK and using you adjustments there, not to lose any color in pixels when adjusting prior to printing. Then just make adjustments to your printer itself!! I'm super excited to see how any of these comments have helped below or if my own made the cut!!

[GrandmaWasRight]

Several years ago I was a Brand Ambassador for several different inkjet printer companies. Many times, the various brands used different types of ink in the printers for the black vs the rest of the colors. You may find that the difference in the color intensity after washing was due to both Dye and Pigment inks being used in your printer.

[jaidie]

Absolutely like to see it in Black! Thank you!

[Jpdesiigns]

I love it I think it would have lasted longer with a second press and also waiting 24 hours to wash as recommended but over all cant wait to try out I been using the sub to dtf hack I have been loving it ❤❤

[DesignCutters]

Don't forget you selected "automatic" for your printer color setting. Try another print with the setting on high quality glossy photo paper and I think the colors will get printed heavier and will result in less wash out. And as others have mentioned, do a second pressing to further set the ink. I think it will also make a difference if you compare dye based inks vs pigment based inks.

[jessemillsap]

Thank you! I spent all evening yesterday trying to figure this out!

[nomesy]

woow thanks so much, ive tried with my sub printer and I was getting roller marks from my sub 100% going to try this. Thank you 🤩

[cuteishy]

One more thing that I think will help next time, I think you are supposed to press the design again by putting either a Teflon sheet or parchment paper on the design AFTER you have pressed the image the first time. After it cools, then you take the film off and press again by itself. I hope I said that right lol. Anyway, I saw someone do this and the ink did not go off after washing. And also, she said she put the powder on TWICE. She let it cure under heat one time and then put powder on again and cured it a second before pressing it onto the shirt.

[castlerockchick]

Playing around with solid colors would be great to see how that works along with just black. This is an exciting hack for me, since I am not ready to invest in sublimation. 🙂

[debathompson]

WOW so glad I found this video...I was thinking of getting a sublimation printer however I am just a crafter so this is great for what I want to try.

[randipursell]

omg i loved your video i already have an canon printer that i use for my household printing. i also have a printer that i converted to sublimation and now that i know i can use my canon for dtf ill be buying another one to use for that. thank you so much for these videos.

[darlenekrisak]

Awesome - so on a cotton canvas tote or makeup bag …. Something that you do not necessarily have to launder …. This would work well. Would like to see a solid back design done! ❤